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4.0 out of 5 stars
More Supernatural and Less Romance..., November 7, 2005
This review is from: Mortal Danger (The World of the Lupi, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)
While I agree with many of the comments from other reviewers here, I wouldn't exactly qualify this sequel as a complete disappointment. "Tempting Danger" was a tough act to follow, and for the most part, "Mortal Danger" is a well-written and compelling story. Author Wilks has a unique and very entertaining 'voice'. Her characters are vividly drawn, dialogue sparkles, and the universe she has created is certainly fascinating.
That said, MD is much more of a plot-based novel than the debut, and if you're looking for emphasis on characters, relationships and their development, you aren't going to find a ton of it here. The main characters, FBI special agent Lily Yu and her werewolf prince Rule Turner, spend more than half the book essentially separated, and while their journey back to each other has its own special moments, including a heartfelt payoff, the read seems a tad long in between.
I realize Wilks is expanding the detail of her universe and setting the framework for future novels, so I'm willing to be patient. I'm hoping that future installments are a bit more balanced between the plot and the characters. TD was very successful in that regard. Still, there's a lot more I'd like to know about Rule and Lily, secondary players like Benedict, Cullen and Cynna -- and what the conflict between spiritual realms is actually heading for in the "Danger" series setting. That curiosity is definitely a result of Ms. Wilks's writing skill.
In the context of future novels, MD might sit a little better in line with the whole series, but it's too early to tell. If I could, I'd rate this one at 3 1/2 stars -- worth the read, but not quite as inspiring as the first. Whatever the case, I'm still looking forward to hearing more.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book!, November 10, 2005
This review is from: Mortal Danger (The World of the Lupi, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)
I just finished this book and was curious what others thought of it. I was shocked to read some of these reviews. I'm not sure what they wanted--maybe more romance and less plot. I thought this was one of the most enjoyable books I've read recently! The two main characters are fascinating; Lily is a strong, compassionate woman (somewhat like Anita Blake before the author thought a story comprised mainly of sex instead of a plot made for good reading)and Rule, the prince of the Nokolai werewolf clan makes a perfect foil. The magical world that Wilks has created is fascinating and looks to become more so in future books. Don't be swayed by the above reviews; if you like the earlier Anita Blake books---minus some of the blood and gore---you'll enjoy this book.
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21 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Legal thriller meets Fantasy, December 30, 2005
This review is from: Mortal Danger (The World of the Lupi, Book 2) (Mass Market Paperback)
Mortal Danger
Eileen Wilks
Berkley Sensation 2005
PB 393
ISBN # 0-425-20290-9
Imagine a modern world where a large percentage of the population has special gifts, and are accepted, well. . .by most people anyway. This world hires individuals with specific talents suited for special jobs. Sensitives might be hired to find others with gifts and magic can't stick to them. Finders might be used in crime investigations because they're good at finding patterns of things and people. They might also sort the energy detected and then find its source. Now if empaths, gnomes, faeries, and magic co-existing with regular humans aren't enough for you, Wilks adds werewolves, whips up a romance between a FBI agent and a werewolf prince. Oh, and the werewolf's pack contains its own unique system and interesting abilities.
Lily Yu is a former homicide cop who recently became a FBI agent and mate-bonded with a werewolf prince. She is a Sensitive and her gift is useful at her job with the Magical Crimes Division. What Lily Yu doesn't know is that an ancient evil is planning something unimaginable. As the trap is set, Lily Yu draws closer to a dividing precipice where her life, abilities, sanity, and bond with her mate, are all on the line. Trust isn't her thing, never was, but she's not given any choice. Can she give enough to her mate Rule?
The author of `Temping Danger' is back with another tale of speculative romance, but not the syrupy kind. This one focus' more on a strange world and in Lily Yu's aptitude. The stakes are high in this unusual world. The line between worlds is super charged and Wilks pries open a glimpse. `Mortal Danger' is a legal thriller meets Fantasy type of story.
The setting is a delightful leap for lovers of magical beings mingled with modern urban society. The plot gathers momentum, places characters into precarious situations, and stirs up excitement, emotions and amazement. Besides the main plot, Wilks knows to add intriguing sub-plots, twists and suspense.
A non-stop fun ride through a world filled with danger, magic and romance. Intriguing and immensely entertaining.
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